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GameUp Africa Elite: Real Studios. Real Projects. Real Skills.
For the past four years, GameUp Africa has empowered thousands of aspiring creators across the continent—equipping them with in-demand skills in game development, design, art,

Navigating Career Transitions: Finding a Path That Works for You
At the May 2025 edition of the GameUp Africa Monthly Meetup, we had the privilege of learning from Thomas Winkley, Lead Creator Advocate at LEGO,

The Maliyo Games Junior Internship 2025: Shaping the Future
At GameUp Africa, we’ve trained thousands of aspiring game developers, and we’ve seen firsthand the power of mentorship and hands-on learning. We believe that early

Remote Teams, Real Impact: Building Culture in Global Game Studios
As game development becomes increasingly collaborative and cross-continental, understanding how to thrive in remote and globalized teams has never been more important. At the April

Great Teams Matter More Than You Think in Game Development
Great games aren’t just about brilliant ideas or cutting-edge technology—they’re built by great teams. This was the key theme at the GameUp Africa March Meetup,

Building a Game Studio; Everything You Need to Know
The February GameUp Africa Meetup was a deep dive into what it takes to transition from game developer to studio leader, featuring Melissa Phillips, Director